I’m not sure what that means, but I am positive that the Hamburg isn’t the sole “bold” selection on The Burger Stand’s menu. The Fire Burger ($8.79) comes with habanero-cactus jam. The Columbian Dog ($5.79) has homemade pineapple mayo. The last time I ate there, I ordered an elk burger with cranberry chutney and a side of bourbon-bacon cheese fries. (There’s also a straight-up Classic burger on the menu with cheddar cheese).

Because The Burger Stand has received so much national recognition lately, people tend to overlook other great burgers in Lawrence. One of my all-time favorites is at Star Bar, the recently redecorated bar inside

Star Bar’s menu features flatbread, roasted marrow crostini, and several gourmet burgers. My go-to is the Murder Burger ($9), a country-fried patty with bacon gravy, gorgonzola-avocado mash, and pickled radish. The toppings change with the season, but the burger always tastes sinful. It’s so big and rich that you can split it with a friend -- just order an appetizer on the side.

Last weekend, I grabbed a seat on the patio and ordered the Murder Burger with a pint of